3 Powerful Messaging Shifts To Sign Clients Directly From Your Podcast [Ep 188]

What if your biggest challenges could inspire you to create something truly impactful? In this client spotlight episode, I’m chatting with Deb Podgolar aka Mocktail Mom and host of the Thriving Without Alcohol podcast.  Deb candidly shares her journey from using alcohol as a coping mechanism to building a vibrant, 125K strong community for those navigating sobriety. With nearly 50,000 downloads in two years, her show has become a powerful platform for connection and growth, featuring amazing guests and supporting ventures like the Mocktail Summit and her new book, The Happiest Hour. Deb’s journey is a testament to the power of starting from a place of genuine desire to help a few and turning that into a thriving brand that inspires thousands. If you’re looking for inspiration and the courage to take bold steps toward your own goals, this episode is a must-listen!Topics covered in this episode:Deb’s journey from overcoming challenges with alcohol to creating the Mocktail Mom brand.Her experience of working with me launching her podcast and how her show has evolved into a thriving resource for her community.Lessons learned from podcasting, including the value of solo episodes (which she was initially resistant to) and planning ahead.Highlighting the Mocktail Summit and her new book, The Happiest Hour Deb’s advice for starting before you’re ready and embracing bold moves.🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Grab your ticket for the Mocktail Summit 2025 happening on 14 - 16 January 🎉Buy the Happiest Hour BookConnect with Deb:WebsiteConnect on InstagramTune in to the Thriving Without Alcohol podcastJoin the Mocktails & Non-Alcoholic Drinks Facebook Group >> NEXT STEPS🎙️ Visit the website to learn more about my podcast services.📱 Connect with Rosemarie on Instagram or Threads📧 Join the Profitable Podcasting Community for exclusive podcasting tips and strategies 💡 to help you build a sustainable, algorithm-free business - straight to your inbox!🌟 Support the Show: Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

Welcome to another episode of “You Ask, I Answer” where I answer your burning podcast questions so you can easily grow your show and convert listeners into clients.Today's question is from Nina who asked, “do episode descriptions actually help new listeners find your podcast?” I love this question because as you know podcast search optimisation is my favourite podcast growth strategy so let’s find out whether episode descriptions have an impact on your podcast’s discoverability. ---------Want to be featured in a future You Ask, I Answer episode?Submit your question. I aim to publish my response within one week of submission. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

Does it feel like no matter how much effort you put into marketing your podcast, you’re still talking to the same 10 people? In today’s episode, we’re diving into 3 podcast marketing strategies you should ditch in 2025. Why? Because what worked in 2020 isn’t cutting it anymore - and I want to help you focus on strategies that actually work. I’m talking about strategies that’ll grow your podcast audience every single month. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what to leave behind and what to do instead.🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Ready to double your listeners, build a true community around your podcast and turn your show into your ideal clients' favorite podcast to binge? Sign up for the Organic Podcast Growth Blueprint audio course.Episode 147 Seven Podcast Naming Tips for Increased Visibility and Long Term Growth Episode 183 Five Episode Title Tweaks to Instantly Increase Your Podcast VisibilityEpisode 184 Podcast SEO for Beginners! Build A Keyword Bank To Attract More Listeners📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

Think podcasting takes 10-15 hours a week? Let’s bust that myth right now. In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how systems strategist Sam Whisnant keeps her podcast running smoothly in just 1-2 hours a week.You’ll hear how she’s streamlined her podcast workflow from episode idea to publish - using AI tools and podcast management systems that make hosting her show stress-free - and actually, a heck of a lot of fun! If you’ve ever thought that podcasting just takes too long or is simply overwhelming, this episode will completely change your perspective. Get ready to learn how you can reclaim your time and fit podcasting seamlessly into your business. Let’s dive in! Topics covered in this episode:Sam’s journey from virtual assistant to systems strategist.How Sam manages her podcast in less than five hours a month.How to choose the right software tools that align with your business goals.How AI and outsourcing change your podcasting process.The strategies Sam uses to stay consistent with her podcast and schedule content 6 months ahead.🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS KajabiThriveCartConvertKitRiversideClickUpClaude AIChatGPTRELATED EPISODES Episode 163 How Kinsey Soderberg Cuts Her Podcast Production Time In Half Using AI Tools ABOUT OUR GUESTSam Whisnant is a Systems Strategist who has worked with 50+ clients, helping them scale their business with streamlined tech and automation. During the past 4 years, she’s helped clients scale from $20K months to $100K months, have $250K launches and triple their 1:1 client capacity.WebsiteConnect with Sam on Instagram, LinkedIn or ThreadsListen to the Beyond The Systems PodcastJoin the Systems Society free community>> NEXT STEPS🎙️ Visit the website to learn more about my evergreen podcast strategy intensives📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads📧 Join the Profitable Podcasting Community for exclusive podcasting tips and strategies 💡 to help you build a sustainable, algorithm-free business - straight to your inbox!🌟 Support the Show: Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by...

What if you could release a new podcast episode and never have to promote it on social media…like ever? Sounds like a dream right? Well, not too long ago, I thought the same thing. Back then, I was caught up in the hamster wheel of creating reels, carousels and audiograms, hoping and praying they’d drive traffic to my podcast. But now? I’ve found a way to make my episodes work for me every single day and without the social media hustle. If you're tired of feeling like you're talking into the void or simply frustrated that people aren’t finding your show, this episode is for you.  Tune in to hear this secret (not so secret) strategy so your podcast can be discovered by the humans you create it for - the ones actively searching for the solution you provide. Let’s dive in!🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Episode 103 Three Key Places to Use Keywords for Podcast GrowthEpisode 184 Podcast SEO for Beginners: Creating a Strong Keyword BankEpisode 183 Five Episode Title Tweaks to Instantly Increase Your Podcast VisibilityApply for a Listeners to Clients Intensive today!📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

Have you ever wished someone could give you straight answers to your biggest podcasting questions? Well, wish granted! Welcome to You Ask, I Answer: a brand-new segment where I take your questions and deliver the real, no-fluff advice you need to grow, launch and monetise your show with confidence. In today's episode, I’m diving into a question a client recently asked: will releasing multiple episodes a week help grow my podcast faster?Tune in to hear my answer. It might surprise you!🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKSEpisode 62 Podcast Statistics! What You Should Be Tracking And Why for GrowthWant to be featured in a future episode of You Ask, I Answer?Submit your question through this form. I aim to publish my response within one week of submission. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!

Hey, solopreneur! Do I have a special treat for you today! If you’ve ever hit record and thought, What on earth should I talk about? or wondered if your episodes are really helping build trust and turn listeners into clients—this episode is exactly what you need.Today, I’m sharing five episode ideas you can record right now to connect with your audience and guide them toward taking that next step with you. These ideas are simple, powerful, and designed to position you as the go-to expert your listeners are already looking for. I’ve been itching to share these with you, so grab your notebook and let’s dive right in!🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Ready to turn your podcast into your BEST client conversion tool? Apply for a Listeners to Clients Intensive today!Episode 95 Three Episode Types To Turn Listeners Into ClientsEpisode 180 A Beginner's Guide To Podcast Strategy: What Is IS and What It's Not Episode 138 Five Reasons Why Your Podcast Isn't GrowingEpisode 157 How Carolyn Solo Converts Listeners into Clients With A Niche PodcastEpisode 142 From Stranger to $20k 1:1 Coaching Client In Less Than 30 Days w/ Isabella OchoaEpisode 151 How to Grow Your Podcast Audience and Increase Listener-to-Client Conversions 🎙️ RELATED EPISODES Episode 167 Three Powerful Ways To Sell Your Offers On Your Podcast📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

You know your podcast content is solid. Your listeners are tuning in and telling you how much they love what you're sharing. But when it comes to turning those listens into actual sales or clients, you might be thinking, What am I missing? The truth is, it’s probably not that you’re doing anything wrong. But there are a few small messaging shifts you can make that’ll help move people from casually listening to enquiring about your signature offer.In today's episode, we’re exploring three powerful messaging shifts that will help you sign your first (or next) client directly from your podcast. If you’re ready to take your podcast from a place of nurturing to conversion, let’s dive into those three shifts that will make all the difference!🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Ready to turn your podcast into your BEST client conversion tool? Apply for a Listeners to Clients Intensive today!Episode 154 How to Attract Premium Clients with Empowered Messaging w/ Nathalie AlvaradoEpisode 167 Three Powerful Ways To Sell Your Offers On Your Podcast🎙️ RELATED EPISODES Episode 170 Repurpose Your Podcast Content: Transforming a Single Podcast Episode into a Content Goldmine w/ Felly Day📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

You’ve probably heard people say that a podcast is a great ‘top of funnel’ strategy, right? It’s the place where people discover you, start to get to know you and then you guide them over to social media or your email list to sell to them. But what if I told you that every episode you create can actually move your listeners all the way from that first discovery to becoming a high-ticket client who’s genuinely excited about you and your brand?Well, that’s exactly what we’re talking about today. Stick around, because by the end of this episode, you’ll see how your podcast can be more than just content—it can become a tool to build real relationships that lead to loyal, long-term clients.🔗 EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKS Ready to turn your podcast into your best client conversion tool? Apply for a Listeners to Clients Intensive today!Episode 147 Seven Podcast Naming Tips for Increased Visibility and Long Term Growth Episode 179 Jess Anders on Pivoting Her Launch After Instagram Deactivated Her AccountEpisode 183 Five Episode Title Tweaks to Instantly Increase Your Podcast VisibilityEpisode 157 How Carolyn Solo Converts Listeners into Clients With A Niche Podcast📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.

Are you a solopreneur struggling to juggle your podcasting schedule on top of everything else? If so, this episode is a must-listen! I’ve invited serial entrepreneur and business coach Chrissy Sperduto to share her time-saving secrets for balancing a full-time job, her coaching business and podcast without burning out. Chrissy reveals her strategies for scripting, batching and repurposing content and the must-have tools she uses to streamline her podcast workflow that allows her to produce episodes in under five hours a month!Whether you're a beginner or an established host, the time management tips Chrissy shares will inspire you to rethink your approach to podcasting. She’ll show you how to seamlessly integrate podcasting into your busy life while prioritising your well-being - even with 101 balls in the air! Tune in now for a fresh take on making podcasting fit into your life, not the other way around.Topics covered in this episodeHow Chrissi balances a full-time job, coaching, and podcasting without burning out. How Chrissi overcame the mental barriers that held her back from starting her podcast. Why it’s important to prioritise self-care as a business owner. Chrissi's best time management tips for podcasters to streamline their workflow.Simple strategies you can use to manage stress and maintain productivity. 🎙️ EPISODE MENTIONS AND LINKSEpisode 60 How I use Trello To Streamline My Podcast Production ProcessEpisode 105 Plan Your First Year of Podcast Content in Under an Hour: A Step-by-Step GuideLevel up your audio and listeners experience with AuphonicChrissy Sperduto is a serial entrepreneur, business & mindset coach and "systems queen" (or at least that's what all my friends call her), an aviation nerd and full-time air traffic controller living in the US with her husband and dog.  When she’s not working at her full time job, she’s helping business owners get OUT of overwhelm and "do the dang thing" aka finally start their dream business or add something that lights them up to their current offers. You can usually find Chrissy with either a cup of coffee, a spindrift or a glass of champagne in hand.  Connect with Chrissy via her website, Instagram and ThreadsDownload the Brain Dumping for Busy Business Owners guide Listen to the Do the Dang Thing Podcast📱 Connect with Rosemarie: Follow me on Instagram or Threads🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Scroll down to “Ratings & Reviews,” tap the stars and share your feedback. It would mean the world to me!This podcast is produced by Too Busy To Podcast.